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Anniversary
702 ‘No Doubt’ Limited Edition ’30th Anniversary’ Vinyl Release
One of our favorites, 702 will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of their debut album “No Doubt” with a Limited Edition Transparent Clearwater 2LP Vinyl. Available October 16 via Motown. A project that introduced the Las Vegas trio as one of the era’s most promising female groups. Originally released on October 8th, 1996 via Motown and Biv 10 Records, the album…
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New Releases
Tank Releases 11th Album Release ‘EXPERIENCE’
Multi-Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Tank has officially given fans exactly what the title promises. His 11th studio album, “EXPERIENCE,” is out now via R&B Money/BMG, bringing a stacked guest list along for the ride. Charlie Wilson, Remy Ma, Kirk Franklin, Lecrae, Eric Dawkins, Zacardi Cortez, Fred Hammond, and MK all appear on the project. The album lands as his current single, “Yes,”…
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New Releases
Stream Cheryl “Salt” James Solo Debut Album ‘Salty N Lit’ | Feat. Shanice + Chuck D
The wait is over. Cheryl “Salt” James, Grammy Award winner, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and hip-hop pioneer, has released her debut solo album “Salty N Lit,” out now via her label Salt Songs, Inc. After more than four decades helping shape the sound and soul of hip-hop as one half of the legendary Salt-N-Pepa, she is stepping…
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Films
‘Street Fighter’ From Game to Movie | Tickets on Sale
On Thursday, October 15th, in celebration of opening day, fans can be among the first to see “Street Fighter” in IMAX by attending the “Street Fighter: Bonus Round Fan Event,” at participating IMAX theatres nationwide, 7PM local time. Guests who attend this event will receive an exclusive “Bonus Round Fan Event” collector’s print, while supplies last, and will be treated…
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New Releases
‘I Play Rocky’ First Look
Directed and written by Peter Farrelly, “I Play Rocky” hits theaters November 6th via Amazon MGM. The key-art and first look images have been revealed. The film is an electrifying true story about an unknown actor with an unshakable belief that he wasn’t just meant to write Rocky—he was meant to be Rocky Balboa. Told “no” at every turn, Sylvester…
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UB Spotlight
UB Spotlight: Cast of ‘By Any Means’ Talk New Film
Directed by Elegance Bratton, “By Any Means” hits theaters This Friday September 4th via Paramount Pictures. Based on a true story, a young Black FBI agent (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) is sent into 1960s Mississippi to investigate a wave of brutal killings targeting civil rights leaders. Forced to work alongside notorious mafia hitman Greg Scarpa (Mark Wahlberg), he finds himself pulled…
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Films
‘Ali G: Who Iz I?’ Trailer | In Theaters October 23rd
Sacha Baron Cohen‘s new film, “Ali G: Who Iz I?” marks his directorial debut and will be released in theaters on October 23rd by Amazon MGM Studios. A Four By Two Films production in association with Working Title Films. After twenty years spent “chillin‘, tokin‘ and bonin‘”, Ali G is shocked to discover that his long-term girlfriend, Julie, is 8…
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New Releases
Stream Legendary Melvin Riley’s New Double Album ‘NO AI’
From signing to MCA Records at 19 to having his “Oh Sheila” jacket enshrined in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Melvin Riley has spent decades shaping R&B culture. The Ready For The World front-man is back with “NO AI,” a bold 19-track double album taking a direct stand for real music in a digital age. Having earned four…
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New Releases
Q Parker Releases The Steamy ‘Stare’ | From Upcoming Album
Keeping love and romance at the center of R&B, Grammy Award winning artist and self-proclaimed “Romance Dealer“ Q Parkerhas released his new single “Stare” today, along with an accompanying lyric video. The seductive track marks the first release from his forthcoming album, “Evolution of Romance, Volume Two,” arriving this fall. “Stare” builds on Q‘s continued exploration of love, attraction, intimacy,…
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Video Interviews
The UB Interview: SZN4 Talk Debut Album ‘I Fear’
Today R&B-pop powerhouse collective SZN4 officially released their highly anticipated debut album “I Fear,” a 13-track project from group members: Aaliyah Rose, Cameron Goode, Katie Roeder, and Donzell. The album marks the group’s first full-length body of work, bringing together songs centered on emotion, growth, and confidence. The project’s artist management and creative vision were guided by Fifth & Freedom,…
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